Collection: Medieval PeriodSubcollection: Voice and EnsembleXIII works of medieval authors of the XIII century - perhaps the most romantic and poetic era in the history of Western Europe. Originated at the end of the last century, the cult of the Lady in the 13th century extensively flourishes. Minnesingers and troubadours sing of exalted feelings for his unattainable beloved.
13th century went down in history primarily as the era of the Crusades, it is the time jousting tournaments obtained bright performance format , followed by a solemn ceremonial.

The album contains works from well-known codexes: Carmina Burana (collection of vagants poetry), Cantigas de Santa Maria ("Songs to the Virgin Mary"), Cantigas de Amigo ("Songs about a friend"), Estampies (oldest notated instrumental music from the Royal Book dance).
Minimalist arrangements are an example of fine academic performance, while remaining alive, moving, breathing. Played freely compositions match the style dictated by age.
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released April 29, 2015
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This CD is part of the project "Gregorian chant and Modern Devotion in the Low Countries" of the Key2 Singing foundation in cooperation with TRIGON, vocal ensemble for medieval spiritual music led by Margot Kalse. The project is a plea for the revival of this magnificent native spiritual music from the late Middle Ages. Unfortunately, this music is seldom performed, and even more rarely so by professional ensembles such as TRIGON. This cultural-historical heritage has been preserved in several Dutch and Belgian manuscripts, and some German ones, originating from monasteries and houses of the Sisters and Brethren of the Common Life, as the Modern Devotion movement is also known. Fortunately a number of these valuable medieval manuscripts have remained well preserved, following closure of the monasteries during the reformation.

Les haulz et les bas plays music of the alta capella, the 'loud' wind ensemble of the middle ages and Renaissance. The rediscovery and reconstruction of the music of the mediaeval civic and court wind bands has been one of the great musical detective stories of our times. The results of the ensemble's work has acheived international acclaim: they have won prizes at several international competitions and they are regularly present in Europe’s most prestigious Early Music Festivals. They regularly give lectures and workshops and have been guests of the Universities of Oxford, London and Manchester, the Royal Conservatory, The Hague and the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis. The ensemble has produced a series of highly-acclaimed CDs.
Les haulz et les bas guarantees its audience an extraordinary and unforgettable experience. The ensemble offers a huge range of programmes from the 'classic' trio formation up to big-scale productions for larger venues and outdoor events.

This collection features music from the late Middle Ages using long straight trumpets, shawms, bagpipes and percussion. This type of ensemble came to Europe from the Far and Middle East, along the ancient trade routes. Les Haulz et les Bas is one of Europe’s most active alta capella ensembles. They have given lectures and masterclasses at the Universities of Oxford and London.

Collection: Medieval PeriodThis recording reflects the many styles and themes of the twelfth and thirteenth century troubadors. As well as being about love, the lyrics also explore political and religious themes and can be tragic, humorous and satirical. The three musicians in the ensemble Belladonna have toured and taught throughout Europe. They specialise in the music of the twelfth to thirteenth centuries.
Ensemble Belladonna:
Miriam Andersén (Sweden) Gesang, Harfe, Löffel / voice, harp, spoons
Rebecca Bain (Canada) Gesang, Fidel, Glocke / voice, fiddle, bell
Susanne Ansorg (Germany) Fidel / vielle